If you don’t have a rack, use a larger baking sheet with space between the chicken so that any juices spread out from the chicken. Rest assured the heat from cooking will kill any bacteria present.ĭo Use a Rack if Possible. The rack not only allows the air to circulate, it also raises the chicken up from the edge of any baking sheet. As the USDA says, it would be impossible for water to remove all bacteria and rinsing the chicken only cross-contaminates your kitchen and anything nearby (your sink, faucet, countertop, etc). Reminder: Don’t Wash the Chicken. It’s a common misconception that you need to rinse chicken once you bring it home from the store. Bake the chicken thighs for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. A rack on top of a baking sheet allows the air to circulate around the chicken making it crispier. In a large bowl mix the chicken, avocado oil and 2/3 of the herb seasoning. Use a paper towel to pat the chicken dry and remove any condensation from the fridge.
BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS SKIN
A higher temperature makes the skin extra crispy. Win win.įor easy baked chicken thighs, just follow these steps (and watch my video above). The skin locks in the moisture and bone-in chicken just tastes better. But if you’re going for flavor, I do recommend using bone-in and skin-on chicken thighs. And you can feel good knowing it’s healthier.Ĭan you use boneless skinless chicken thighs in this recipe? Of course. With a drizzle of avocado oil and a generous amount of dried herbs you can create crispy baked chicken that the whole family will love. And that’s where my baked chicken thighs come in. Today, I no longer eat KFC (for obvious reasons) but I still love tender, juicy chicken with crispy, flavorful skin. In fact, I may have eaten the skin more than the meat!
BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS FULL
Lots of options!Īs a kid I loved KFC chicken, but my favorite part was the crispy skin that was full of herbs and flavor.
If you’re looking for a tasty side dish, try my balsamic bacon brussels sprouts, baked sweet potato, mashed cauliflower, garlic sautéed swiss chard, steamed broccoli, or green beans.
Baked chicken thighs that are crispy and juicy make for the perfect weeknight meal! This chicken recipe is incredibly easy to make, packed with flavor and much healthier than traditional fried chicken – you’ll love it.
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